Muslim Birmingham
“I’m going to stab you!” – Racist yobs assault Muslim family in Wolverhampton park
Police have arrested two young men for assault last night (7 June) following a racial attack where the ‘feral’ perpetrators made threats to ‘stab’ a Muslim family at a park in Wolverhampton on Saturday evening. West Midlands Police confirmed that an investigation has been launched into the disturbing crime and arrests made in connection with…
Birmingham mosque announces Eid celebrations set for Thursday following no moon sighting
One of Birmingham’s major Islamic centres has announced Eid celebrations for Thursday, in line with moon sightings which determine the day of which the Muslim festival is held. Green Lane Masjid in Small Heath has confirmed Eid day for Thursday, following an announcement made by ??? in Saudi Arabia today.
Aston Villa launches new ethnic minority women’s supporters group with Saathi House
A brand-new supporters group has been launched with the help of the Aston Villa Foundation, with a strong focus on representing women of migrant heritage. ‘Saathi Villans’ has been created to break down barriers and encourage local women from ethnic minorities to attend Aston Villa matches, and many of their members will be attending for the…
Muslim councillor schools online racist following Facebook abuse
A Muslim councillor from Birmingham has totally schooled an online racist after being told to “f*** off” out of the country. Cllr Mariam Khan, who represents the Birmingham Washwood Heath ward, was targeted by Facebook user ‘Dawn Lees’ in a vitriolic hate-filled attack posted publicly under a Birmingham Mail news story yesterday.